Facilities Supervisor
Oversee maintenance and construction of screenhouses and glasshouses.
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Overview
Oversee maintenance and construction of screenhouses and glasshouses.
You have:
- HND/BSc in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Technology or any other related course.
- Minimum of Two (2) years’ experience in performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
- Professional certification/Training in Health Safety & Environment (HS&E) or risk management is desirable.
Position: Facilities Supervisor
Contract: 2-year renewable contract Location: Ibadan
Closing Date: 25 November 2025
DUTIES:
- Carry out general maintenance of screenhouses and glasshouses to ensure proper functioning and compliance with research requirements.
- Supervise screenhouse staff, technicians, and casual workers engaged in maintenance and construction.
- Supervise and coordinate the construction of new screenhouses and related infrastructure.
- Conduct repairs, including replacement of roofing glass, nets, and frames; oversee washing, cleaning, and fumigation of screen/glasshouses.
- Conduct daily inspections of all screenhouses and glasshouses to identify repair or maintenance needs.
- Oversee requisition, collection, and proper utilization of materials for screenhouse construction and repairs, ensuring accountability.
- Maintain accurate daily reports on maintenance, construction, and operational activities.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards during construction and maintenance work.
- Support cost-recovery planning by tracking labor, materials, and maintenance costs for proper budgeting and reporting.
- Perform any other job-related tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
HND/BSc in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Technology or any other related course. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of Two (2) years’ experience in performing similar role in a well-structured environment.
Professional certification/ Training in Health Safety & Environment (HS&E) or risk management is desirable.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Possess strong technical knowledge of screenhouse/glasshouse maintenance and repair.
- Be able to read and interpret construction drawings and technical manuals.
- Be skilled in cost tracking, reporting, and documentation.
- Have training in project or construction supervision.
- Demonstrate knowledge of automated screenhouse systems (e.g., temperature, humidity, and irrigation controls).
- Have experience in research farm infrastructure or controlled environment agriculture.
- Be proficient in using MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Have experience working with ERP or facility management software.
Benefits
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Potential interview questions
| Can you provide an example of a time you successfully managed a construction project? | This question assesses your project management skills and experience in a construction setting. | Detail a specific project, your role, challenges faced, and how you achieved a successful outcome. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure compliance with health and safety standards? | The interviewer wants to know about your understanding and application of health and safety regulations. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you track and report maintenance costs effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to coordinate a team during a maintenance task. What challenges did you face? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your experience with automated screenhouse systems? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you keep your team motivated during lengthy maintenance projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain how you would perform a daily inspection of facilities. What key areas would you focus on? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you've improved operational efficiency in a past role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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